Make Your Selection: The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop by Fannie Flagg

Bud grew up in the bustling town of Whistle Stop with his proper mother, Ruth, and his fun-loving Aunt Idgie. Together they ran the town's cafe, known for its fried green tomatoes. Sadly, when the railroad yards shut down, the place becomes a ghost town. When Bud decides to take one last trip to see what has become of his beloved hometown, he discovers new friends, surprises about Idgie's life, and revelations about the town itself.